2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Premacy (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Premacy | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Premacy | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
