2005 Noble M12 vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 2005 Noble M12 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Noble M12 weights approximately 32 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 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Noble M12 | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Noble | Simca |
| Model | M12 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
