2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 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 1,308 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 608 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | RX-8 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
