1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1965 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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Mazda | Simca |
Model | RX-7 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |