1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 21 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 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 356 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Simca 1301 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Simca | Volvo |
Model | 1301 | 850 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |