1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 30 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 2,916 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 643 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1301 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
