1977 Simca 1309 vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, both 1977 Simca 1309 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1309 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1309 weights approximately 55 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, 1977 Simca 1309 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307. 1977 Simca 1309 has automatic transmission and 1977 Simca 1307 has manual transmission. 1977 Simca 1307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Simca 1309 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1309 | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1309 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
