1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Simca 1300 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 1964 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Concerto | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Concerto | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
