1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1500 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulia | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
