1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 1986 Volvo 740 is newer by 14 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volvo 740 weights approximately 510 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, 1986 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |
