1971 Renault 15 vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1975 Simca 1100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Simca 1100.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 15 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
