1977 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, both 1977 Honda Civic 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 347 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1237 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 693 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 58 L |
