1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1981 Simca 1100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Simca 1100 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Alfasud | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
