1967 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1979 Simca 1100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1967 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Cosmo | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Cosmo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1442 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
