1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 14 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulietta | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
