1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,070 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1962 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, 1985 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 323 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |
