1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1972 Simca 1100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 1971 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300.
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, 1971 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (100 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda 1300 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | 1300 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1294 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |