2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 34 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 700 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (301 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 407 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
