2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 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 Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Kamal | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
