1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 1979 Simca 1308 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1308 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 185 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504D 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 1968 Peugeot 504D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308, 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, 1968 Peugeot 504D (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504D | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 504D | 1308 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 58 L |
