1978 Renault 4 vs. 1978 Simca 2 Litres
To start off, both 1978 Renault 4 and 1978 Simca 2 Litres were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 2 Litres weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Renault 4.
Because 1978 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 1978 Simca 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4, 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. 1978 Simca 2 Litres has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Simca 2 Litres will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 1978 Simca 2 Litres | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 4 | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
