1976 Simca 1307 vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1976 Simca 1307 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1307. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Crown weights approximately 215 kg more than 1976 Simca 1307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Toyota Crown 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 1963 Toyota Crown. 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, 1963 Toyota Crown (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1307. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Simca 1307 | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1307 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
