1960 Peugeot 203 vs. 1971 Simca 1100
To start off, 1971 Simca 1100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1971 Simca 1100.
Because 1960 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Peugeot 203 | 1971 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 203 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
