2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 500 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 6 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
