1971 Simca 1200S vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Simca 1200S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1200S | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1200S | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
