1978 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1979 Simca 1100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Accord | 1100 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |