2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 37 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 565 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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Premacy | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Premacy | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
