1988 Honda Legend vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 340 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Simca 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Legend | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
