1979 Simca 1100 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (137 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
