1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 17 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mazda 323 (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 323 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
