1979 Simca 1308 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1979 Simca 1308 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308. 1971 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1979 Simca 1308 has manual transmission. 1979 Simca 1308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1308 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Simca | Holden |
| Model | 1308 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
