1980 Peugeot 505 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1980 Peugeot 505 is newer by 6 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 286 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, 1980 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Peugeot 505 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 505 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
