1979 Simca 1308 vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1979 Simca 1308 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1308 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1308 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Simca 1308 (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1308 | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1308 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
