1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1978 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1200S weights approximately 51 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Familia | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1204 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2240 mm |
