1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Volare is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 645 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Volare | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Plymouth | Simca |
Model | Volare | 1000 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |