1973 Simca 1301 vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Honda Z.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1301 | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1301 | Z |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
