1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulia | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 36 L |
