1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1972 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Matra-Simca M530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Matra-Simca M530 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Matra-Simca M530 (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Matra-Simca M530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Matra-Simca M530 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Matra-Simca |
Model | Giulietta | M530 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |