2008 Rover 45 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 330 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 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 45 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
