2001 Mazda 626 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2001 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 626 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. 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 626 (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 626 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 626 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
