1970 Peugeot 204 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1972 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 204 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 204 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
