1996 Rover 200 vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1969 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Simca 1501 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Simca 1501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Rover 200 (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 200 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
