1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, both 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1307 (67 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Simca 1307 (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Fiesta | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
