2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 645 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 8C Competizione | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
