1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 682 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
