1970 Honda N III vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1976 Simca 1100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Simca 1100 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. 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, 1976 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1976 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | N III | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 47 L |
