1977 Renault 12 vs. 1977 Simca 2 Litres
To start off, both 1977 Renault 12 and 1977 Simca 2 Litres were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 2 Litres weights approximately 225 kg more than 1977 Renault 12.
Because 1977 Simca 2 Litres is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Simca 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 12 | 1977 Simca 2 Litres | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 12 | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
