1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (129 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 33 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
