1989 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 349 kg more than 1968 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, 1989 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
