1992 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 20 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 731 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 164 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
