1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 313 kg more than 1978 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
