1979 Simca 1100 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Simca | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
