1977 Simca 1309 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 537 kg more than 1977 Simca 1309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1309 | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1309 | Element |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4328 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
