2004 Seat Arosa vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 27 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1307 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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, 2004 Seat Arosa (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (105 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Arosa | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Arosa | 1307 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 974 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
