1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 33 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
