1973 Simca 1301 vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1977 Simca 1307 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1307 (67 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 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, 1977 Simca 1307 (105 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1301 | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1301 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
