2004 Mazda 2 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 748 kg more than 1975 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 2 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
