1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 225 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Simca 1000 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 1966 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude, 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Prelude | 1000 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |