1991 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 30 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 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 330 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 75 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 36 L |
