2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 576 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 FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | FR-V | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
