1966 Simca 1000 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 140 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1000 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
