2003 Honda Insight vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 40 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 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Insight weights approximately 110 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Insight | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Insight | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
