2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. 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 Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Mobilio | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Mobilio | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
