1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | R-100 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
