1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Simca 1307
To start off, 1978 Simca 1307 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1307 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1307. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Simca 1307 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | Spider | 1307 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |