1973 Simca 1100 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 651 kg more than 1973 Simca 1100. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1100 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
