2001 Kia Rio vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 26 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Rio | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
