1979 Simca 1308 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1979 Simca 1308 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1308 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1308 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | 1308 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 44 L |
