1978 Simca Horizon vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Samurai (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 141 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca Horizon | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | Horizon | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
