1971 Simca 1100 vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1971 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1100 | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Simca | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1100 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
