1972 Simca 1301 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Volvo 240 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1301 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
