1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 193 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S.
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, 1970 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | Giulia | 1200S |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |