1983 Peugeot 504 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 504 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S.
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, 1983 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 504 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 504 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
