1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
