1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1961 Simca 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 134 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulietta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 36 L |
