2008 Honda Fit vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon 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 26 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Fit | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 47 L |
