1993 Honda CRX vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 21 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda CRX weights approximately 190 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, 1993 Honda CRX (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | CRX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2230 mm |
