1978 Simca 1100 vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1980 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Simca | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
