1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 30 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Spider | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
