1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Peugeot 505 (180 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 505 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2230 mm |
