1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Peugeot 306 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 306 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |
