1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | GT | 1301 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2530 mm |