2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1376 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Odyssey | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 36 L |
