1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 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 59 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 605 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Safrane | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
