1989 Honda Accord vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 528 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1989 Honda Accord (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
