1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Simca | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1100 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
