2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 38 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 124 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | CR-V | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
