1961 Simca 1000 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 43 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 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 695 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (340 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca 1000 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
