1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 4 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Alfasud | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
