1985 Peugeot 604 vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 604 | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 604 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
