1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1975 Simca 1309
To start off, 1975 Simca 1309 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1309. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1309 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1309. (122 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1975 Simca 1309 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | Giulia | 1309 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 122 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |