1962 Peugeot 404 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Peugeot 404 (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Peugeot 404 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 404 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 404 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
