2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 207 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
