1997 Honda Legend vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 938 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Legend | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
