1986 Renault 21 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 14 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 95 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, 1986 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 21 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
