1996 Honda CRX vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 24 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), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 230 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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | CRX | 1000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 820 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 |