1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Simca 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca 1300 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 323 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
