1963 Peugeot 404 vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 1967 Simca 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Peugeot 404 (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Peugeot 404 | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Peugeot | Simca |
Model | 404 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1618 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |