1970 Simca 1301 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1301 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1301 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
