2006 Acura TSX vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Acura TSX is newer by 34 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TSX weights approximately 410 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, 2006 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TSX | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Acura | Simca |
| Model | TSX | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
