1985 Renault 25 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1961 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, 1985 Renault 25 (160 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 25 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 36 L |
