1999 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,772 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 620 kg more than 1961 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | GTV | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1772 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
