1961 Simca 1000 vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1973 Volvo 1800 is newer by 12 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 460 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, 1973 Volvo 1800 (154 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1973 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca 1000 | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
