2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Laputa (52 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Laputa | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
