1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 205 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
