1963 Renault 4 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1963 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Renault 4 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Renault | Simca |
Model | 4 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |