1988 Renault 19 vs. 1975 Simca 1307
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1307 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1307 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1307. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1975 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 19 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
