1979 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1979 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Civic (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Honda Civic (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2230 mm |
