1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Simca 1301. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 164 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
