1974 Renault Siete vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1100 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1974 Renault Siete. 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, 1978 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault Siete | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Siete | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
