1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1975 Simca 1307
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1307 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 Simca 1307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1307. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1975 Simca 1307 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | 145 | 1307 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |