1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. 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 RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | RX-7 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
