1998 Peugeot 306 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (111 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 306 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 306 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
