1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 200 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 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Galant | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
