1976 Simca 1307 vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2002 Toyota Will is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1307 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Will (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Simca 1307 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota Will (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1307. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1307. 2002 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1976 Simca 1307 has manual transmission. 1976 Simca 1307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Simca 1307 | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1307 | Will |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
