1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 12 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 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | 2600 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |