1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2010 Mazda MPV is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MPV (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MPV weights approximately 700 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2010 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Simca | Mazda |
| Model | 1301 | MPV |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
