1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (104 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 504 | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Peugeot | Simca |
Model | 504 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 179 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |