1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, both 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 and 1962 Simca 1000 were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | 2600 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 39 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |