2000 Morgan 4 vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Morgan 4 | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Morgan | Simca |
Model | 4 | 1501 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |