1967 Simca 1501 vs. 1994 Volvo 440
To start off, 1994 Volvo 440 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 440 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1501 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 1501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1501 | 1994 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1501 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1473 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1018 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
