1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 26 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 635 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 164 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
