1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 165 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Simca |
| Model | Guara | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
