2008 Honda Fit vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 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 58 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Fit | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
