1996 Mazda Levante vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 220 kg more than 1975 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Levante | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Levante | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
