1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1300 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1966 Simca 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 33 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
