1977 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Aronde weights approximately 305 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic.
Because 1959 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Simca Aronde (89 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm). This means 1959 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 39 L |
