1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 13 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulietta | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
