1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 741 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1301 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
