2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 265 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 147 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
