1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Spider | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
