2002 Renault Espace vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 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 104 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 970 kg more than 1978 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Espace | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
