2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 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 74 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 6 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
