1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 26 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 365 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 145 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
