1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000.
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 Alpine A 110 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | A 110 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
