1993 Peugeot 309 vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 309 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1100 (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1979 Simca 1100 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 309 | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 309 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
