1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 41 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Simca | Mazda |
| Model | 1301 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2639 mm |
