1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 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 45 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Simca 1000. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 929 | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Mazda | Simca |
Model | 929 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |