1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 1900 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
