1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1961 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (211 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 90 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 36 L |
