1988 Honda Concerto vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1988 Honda Concerto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto, 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, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Concerto | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
