2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 588 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | B2300 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |
