1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 1993 Honda Integra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Integra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1993 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
