2005 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (241 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 548 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
