1998 Honda NSX vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 434 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100, 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, 1998 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (100 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | NSX | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
