2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Simca 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Pilot | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
