1991 Honda CRX vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda CRX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1200S 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 1967 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX, 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, 1991 Honda CRX (121 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm). This means 1991 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | CRX | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2240 mm |
