1977 Simca 1307 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1307 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Simca 1307. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (105 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1307 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1307 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
