1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 40 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), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 445 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Simca | Mazda |
| Model | 1301 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| 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 | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 230 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 | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
