2006 GMC Savana vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1541 kg more than 1969 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, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Savana | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
