1977 Simca 1309 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1977 Simca 1309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1309 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Simca | Mazda |
| Model | 1309 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
