1971 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 1971 Peugeot 404
To start off, both 1971 Matra-Simca M530 and 1971 Peugeot 404 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Matra-Simca M530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Matra-Simca M530 (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Matra-Simca M530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Matra-Simca M530.
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.
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1971 Matra-Simca M530 | 1971 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Peugeot |
Model | M530 | 404 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |