1976 Simca 1100 vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Volvo S40 (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Simca 1100 | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
