2008 Honda Stream vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 104 kg more than 1971 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 Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Stream | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
