1971 Simca 1301 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Volvo 960 (263 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1301 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
