1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 166 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
