1980 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1980 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic.
Because 1965 Simca 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
