1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | GTV | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
