1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 7 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1501 (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1501 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Familia | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2530 mm |
