1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 370 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Simca | Peugeot |
| Model | 1301 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
