1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. Both 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 1974 Simca 1301 are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (81 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 34 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
