1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 485 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Safrane | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
