1985 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
