1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1971 Volvo 145
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo 145 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 145 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1971 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
