1968 Simca 1100 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 299 kg more than 1968 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1100 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
