2005 Peugeot 107 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 33 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 107 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 107 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
