1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (100 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Prelude | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
