1977 Opel Kadett vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, both 1977 Opel Kadett 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 16 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. 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 (105 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Kadett | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
Make | Opel | Simca |
Model | Kadett | 1307 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |