1977 Mazda 818 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1977 Mazda 818 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 818 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 818 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
