1978 Simca Horizon vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1978 Simca Horizon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Volvo P 1800 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 1963 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon, 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, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca Horizon | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | Horizon | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
