2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 943 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Vamos | 1000 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 73 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 36 L |