1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1979 Alpine A 310 is newer by 7 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 160 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Alpine | Simca |
Model | A 310 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2230 mm |