1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 37 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1224 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 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Odyssey | 1000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2230 mm |