1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 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 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 966 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. 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 1966 Simca 1300. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Odyssey | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1289 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
