1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | RX-7 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
