2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 34 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | E-350 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
