2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 566 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mondeo | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
