2002 Honda That vs. 1977 Simca 1309
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1309 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (67 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1309 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Simca 1309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda That (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda That will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda That | 1977 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | That | 1309 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 750 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
