1984 Honda Quintet vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1984 Honda Quintet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Quintet (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Quintet should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Quintet weights approximately 124 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Honda Quintet (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Quintet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Quintet | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Quintet | 1000 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |