1976 Simca 1100 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 564 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Simca 1100 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
