2008 Honda Element vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 325 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Element | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
