1971 Simca 1301 vs. 1991 Volvo 460
To start off, 1991 Volvo 460 is newer by 20 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 460 weights approximately 10 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, 1991 Volvo 460 (176 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Simca 1301 | 1991 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Simca | Volvo |
Model | 1301 | 460 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |