1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 404 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | GTV | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
