1988 Renault 19 vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 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, 1988 Renault 19 (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 19 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
