1985 Renault 25 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (205 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (72 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 25 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
