1978 Simca 1307 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1978 Simca 1307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1307 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1307. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1307 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1307 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
