2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1972 Simca 1000

To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 34 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Ridgeline 1972 Simca 1000
Make Honda Simca
Model Ridgeline 1000
Year Released 2006 1972
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3473 cc 1294 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 75 mm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2230 mm