1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 538 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, 2010 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2649 mm |
