2001 Honda Logo vs. 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, 2001 Honda Logo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho weights approximately 194 kg more than 2001 Honda Logo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Logo | 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
| Make | Honda | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Logo | Rancho |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
