1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 929 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
