1959 Morgan 4 vs. 1976 Simca 1307
To start off, 1976 Simca 1307 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Simca 1307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Simca 1307 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Simca 1307 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Simca 1307 (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1976 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morgan 4 | 1976 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Morgan | Simca |
| Model | 4 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
