1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1501 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1970 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, 1969 Simca 1501 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Familia | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 996 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 |
