1988 Renault 21 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Because 1966 Simca 1200S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 21 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 21 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
