1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 152 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501. 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 Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Mazda | Simca |
Model | Luce | 1501 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |