1991 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 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 57 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 75 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
