1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Alfasud | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
