2002 Opel Omega vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 27 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 475 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Omega | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
