2002 Renault Espace vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 30 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 990 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Espace | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
