2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 30 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1532 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Simca 1308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | 1308 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
