2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 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 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 970 kg more than 1973 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Pilot | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
