1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S. 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 Giulia (190 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulia | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
