1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 39 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 135 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Simca | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3010 mm |
