1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Simca 1301 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 1750 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
