1978 Simca 1100 vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
