2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 6 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
