1973 Simca 1301 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1973 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1301 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Simca | Mazda |
| Model | 1301 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
