1977 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1100 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic.
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, 1977 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
