1971 Simca 1301 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 275 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Simca | Renault |
| Model | 1301 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
