1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Simca 1501 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Simca | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 1501 | 166 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |