1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 2 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Alfetta | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
