2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 355 kg more than 1975 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Laguna | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
