1988 Peugeot 505 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 22 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 505 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. 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, 1988 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Peugeot 505 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Peugeot | Simca |
Model | 505 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |