1980 Simca 1309 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Simca 1309. 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 Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1309. 1980 Simca 1309 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Simca 1309 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Simca 1309 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1309 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |
