2007 Honda Element vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1968 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Element | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
