1967 Simca 1200S vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 440 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1200S 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 1967 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440, 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 440 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1200S | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1200S | 440 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
