1965 Honda F1 vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1965 Honda F1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,494 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Honda F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda F1 (217 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Aronde weights approximately 450 kg more than 1965 Honda F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda F1 | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | F1 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
