1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Simca 1000 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Simca | Mazda |
Model | 1000 | 6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2789 mm |