2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 33 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 968 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | Cherokee | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
