1989 Mazda 929 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1989 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 929 (110 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 929 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 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 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 929 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 929 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
