1993 Renault Express vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Renault Express.
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, 1993 Renault Express (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Express | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
