2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 892 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Corvette | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
