1977 Simca 1309 vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1309 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina.
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, 1990 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1309. 1977 Simca 1309 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Carina 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 | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1309 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
