1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1988 Alpine V6 is newer by 27 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alpine V6 weights approximately 450 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | V6 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
