1975 Simca 1301 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1975 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Simca 1301 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Simca | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 1301 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |