1980 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 1980 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 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 12 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 94 kg more than 1969 Simca 1501. 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 Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda Cosmo | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Cosmo | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
