1977 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
