1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 1979 Simca 1308 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1308 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Familia | 1308 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1292 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
