1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1976 Simca 1307
To start off, 1976 Simca 1307 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Simca 1307 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1967 Ford GT 40 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 Ford GT 40. 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) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1976 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1976 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | GT 40 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 58 L |
