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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 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 698 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 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 | 3474 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 820 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 |
