1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1949 Simca 6
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 6 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1949 Simca 6. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 525 kg more than 1949 Simca 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1949 Simca 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Prelude | 6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |
