1975 Peugeot 504 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 504 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 504 (72 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1973 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, 1975 Peugeot 504 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 504 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 504 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 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 |
