1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Laguna | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
