1971 Honda Life vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1979 Simca 1100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1100 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. 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, 1979 Simca 1100 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Life | 1100 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2530 mm |