1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, both 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 1977 Simca 1307 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Simca 1307 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | Giulia | 1307 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |