2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 42 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 770 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | GT | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
