2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. 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 RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda RX-8 | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | RX-8 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
