1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 13 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (105 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Tempra | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
