1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 323 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
