1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 145 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
