2005 Infiniti FX vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 38 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 822 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501. 2005 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1967 Simca 1501 has manual transmission. 1967 Simca 1501 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti FX | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Simca |
| Model | FX | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
