1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 72 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 1750 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
