1968 Simca 1000 vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 1977 Volvo 66 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 66 (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1968 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, 1977 Volvo 66 (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1000 | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
