2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 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 199 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 970 kg more than 1975 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 Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Pilot | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
