1979 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Accord | 1301 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |