2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 28 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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 980 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Alpina | Simca |
| Model | B7 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
