1977 Simca 1307 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1977 Simca 1307 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1307 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Simca 1307 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1307 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1307 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
