1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (54 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Peugeot 204 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Peugeot | Simca |
Model | 204 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |