1965 Simca 1000 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1468 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Simca 1000 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |
