2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 65 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 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Corsa | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
