1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Mazda | Simca |
Model | Familia | 1000 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2230 mm |