1984 Renault 11 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 11 (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 11 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 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, 1984 Renault 11 (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 11 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2230 mm |
