2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca 1300 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1964 Simca 1300 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 1964 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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 Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Jazz | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
