1974 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-2 (119 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-2 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | RX-2 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
