1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1968 Simca 1301 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301. 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | 2600 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |