2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1059 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Simca 1501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Defender | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
