1990 Honda Legend vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 645 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Simca 1000 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 1966 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Legend (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Legend | 1000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |