1979 Simca 1308 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Gol 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 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 18 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1308 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Simca 1308 (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1308 | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1308 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
