1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Peugeot 504 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Peugeot | Simca |
Model | 504 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |