1989 Renault 21 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (106 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1961 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, 1989 Renault 21 (159 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 21 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 21 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
