1981 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, both 1981 Honda Civic and 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho weights approximately 347 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. 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 Matra-Simca Rancho (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
Make | Honda | Matra-Simca |
Model | Civic | Rancho |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |