1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1307 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (105 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Corsa | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
