1944 Peugeot 202 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1966 Simca 1000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1944 Peugeot 202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Peugeot 202 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Peugeot 202 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 202 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1133 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
