1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 1979 Volvo 343 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 343 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 343 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 343 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 343 weights approximately 130 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, 1979 Volvo 343 (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 343 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | 343 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
