1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 16 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 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 225 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
