2001 Honda Fit vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit.
Because 1965 Simca 1300 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 1965 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit, 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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Fit | 1300 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |