2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 47 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 790 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | GTV | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
