1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1983 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 268 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. 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, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Cosmo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
