2007 Honda Element vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 940 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Element | 1501 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |