2005 Honda Insight vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Insight | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Insight | 1000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |