2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 37 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 286 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | MiTo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
