1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 31 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 565 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2650 mm |
