2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 6 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
