2002 Honda NSX vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 574 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | NSX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2230 mm |
