1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 14 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 344 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 75 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
