1984 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 1984 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1501 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord.
Because 1969 Simca 1501 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Simca 1501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Honda Accord (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Accord | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
