1974 Mazda 818 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1501 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 818 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Mazda | Simca |
Model | 818 | 1501 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |