2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Pilot | 1000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3471 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 | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 36 L |