1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 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 2,521 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 453 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 V50 (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 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 V50 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1301 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
