2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 942 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1100 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
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, 1977 Simca 1100 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Laputa | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 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 | 750 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |
