1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 987 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1301 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3000 mm |
