1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | RX-01 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
