2007 Renault Clio vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 29 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 760 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, 2007 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Clio | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
