1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1982 Simca 1100
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1982 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 145 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
