1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Mazda 110 S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1301 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 110 S | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1475 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
