2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mazda 6 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 6 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
