1998 Peugeot Partner vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1998 Peugeot Partner is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot Partner (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 134 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. 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, 1998 Peugeot Partner (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (100 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot Partner | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | Partner | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
