1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, both 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 1973 Simca 1301 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 8 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | Giulia | 1301 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |