1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 943 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2797 mm |
