2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 166 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
