1999 Honda Today vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Honda Today.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Today | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
