1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1975 Simca 1309
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1309. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1975 Simca 1309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1309. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1975 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 626 | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
