1977 Mazda 121 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1977 Mazda 121 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,615 cc (2 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 121 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 121 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1962 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, 1977 Mazda 121 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 121 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 121 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
