1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 232 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | Alfetta | 1501 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |