1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 818 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 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, 1978 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 818 | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Mazda | Simca |
Model | 818 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 943 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 | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2230 mm |