2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (203 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 3 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 944 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
