1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Simca 1000 | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Simca | Volvo |
Model | 1000 | XC60 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |