1997 Honda CRX vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 25 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CRX weights approximately 10 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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | CRX | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
