2004 Mazda 6 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1961 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 6 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
