1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1100 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1965 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Mazda R 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda R 360 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | R 360 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
