1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 345 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Spider | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
