1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1973 Mazda 110 S is newer by 1 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 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 65 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 185 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, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 110 S | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 944 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
