2001 Honda Fit vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1301 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit.
Because 1968 Simca 1301 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 1968 Simca 1301. 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, 1968 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Fit | 1301 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |