1994 Rover 400 vs. 1976 Simca 1307
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1307 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1307.
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, 1994 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1307. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 1976 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 400 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
