2003 Honda Life vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1200S weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 1968 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Life | 1200S |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2240 mm |