1998 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 23 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 220 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, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Tracker | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
