1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Simca | Mazda |
| Model | 1301 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1350 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 |
