1973 Simca 1100 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1100 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Simca | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1100 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
