2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 408 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Premacy | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Premacy | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
