2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 695 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Spider | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
