1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 34 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 (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 673 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
