1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Prelude | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
