1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S. 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Mazda | Simca |
Model | 121 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |