1988 Honda Legend vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 478 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Legend | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
