1981 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (87 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
