2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Pilot | 1000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |