1999 Renault Megane vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Megane | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2230 mm |
