1988 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda RX-7 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | RX-7 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
