1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1968 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda 929 | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Mazda | Simca |
Model | 929 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |