1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1970 Simca 1301 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
