1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 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 Arna (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Arna | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
