1969 Honda S800 vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1975 Simca 1100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1100 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Honda S800.
Because 1969 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 66 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | S800 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
