1979 Simca 1308 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1979 Simca 1308 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1308 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1308 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1308 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
