1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Simca | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1301 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |
