2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 31 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 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 610 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, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
