1982 Mazda 929 vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (69 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 929 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
