1963 Simca 1500 vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Simca 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Simca 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca 1500 | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1500 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
