1997 Honda Legend vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S 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 117 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 815 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Simca 1200S 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 1970 Simca 1200S. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1970 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1970 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Legend | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
