1998 Mazda Sentia vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1998 Mazda Sentia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 705 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S. 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 Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S. 1998 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1969 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1969 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Sentia | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Sentia | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2240 mm |
