1977 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, both 1977 Honda Accord 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1307 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Accord | 1307 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |