1998 Renault Clio vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Renault Clio (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Clio | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
