1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1974 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, 1989 Mazda 323 (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 323 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
