1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Arna | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
