2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda S-MX | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | S-MX | 1301 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |