1979 Simca 1308 vs. 1987 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1987 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1308 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 310 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 1987 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Simca 1308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1308 | 1987 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1308 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
