1994 Renault Laguna vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 376 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Renault Laguna (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Laguna | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Laguna | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
