1982 Simca 1100 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1982 Simca 1100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 26 kg more than 1982 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100. 1978 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1982 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1982 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Simca 1100 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
