1987 Renault 11 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1987 Renault 11 is newer by 15 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Renault 11. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 11. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 11 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 11 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1237 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2230 mm |
