2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 32 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), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1170 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Odyssey | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2230 mm |
