2001 Honda Insight vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Insight | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
