1996 Honda Today vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca Horizon (69 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca Horizon weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Simca Horizon (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Simca Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Today | Horizon |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |