1977 Simca 1307 vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1996 Toyota Venture is newer by 19 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 290 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, 1996 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (105 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1307 | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1307 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
