2008 Honda Fit vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 40 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 530 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 1968 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 1968 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1968 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Fit | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
