1977 Simca 1100 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 765 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1100 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 942 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
