1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 16 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Junior | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
