1980 Renault 15 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 15 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
