2001 Morgan 4 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Morgan 4 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Morgan | Simca |
| Model | 4 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
