1972 Simca 1301 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Simca | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1301 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
