1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 563 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Peugeot | Simca |
Model | 505 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 36 L |