1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Levante | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |
