2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 31 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 575 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 156 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
