1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 41 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 689 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1301 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |
