2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 980 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Grand Espace | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
