1979 Simca 1100 vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 27 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 745 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.
Because 2006 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
