1991 Honda Legend vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1991 Honda Legend is newer by 19 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Legend weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Legend | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Legend | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
