1990 Mazda 929 vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1990 Mazda 929 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 929 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1975 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 929 | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 929 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
