2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 30 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 2,099 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 442 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | X-Type | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
