1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 1981 Volvo 260 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 260 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 Volvo 260 (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1301 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
