1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1977 Simca 1309
To start off, both 1977 Ford Fiesta and 1977 Simca 1309 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1309 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1309 weights approximately 290 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 1309 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 1977 Simca 1309 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Simca 1309 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1977 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Fiesta | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
