1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 38 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1223 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3110 mm |
