1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 788 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Plymouth | Simca |
Model | Volare | 1000 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |