1986 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Simca 1309
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1309. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1309 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1309. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1975 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
