1969 Simca 1200S vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,203 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1200S weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 2004 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1969 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1969 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Simca 1200S | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Simca | Honda |
Model | 1200S | Life |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1203 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |