1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 8 kg more than 1975 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 1975 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 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| 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 |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| 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 |
