1979 Simca 1308 vs. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 16 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 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 560 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 1995 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1308 | 1995 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1308 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
