1968 Simca 1100 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1100 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
