1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 1990 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1308 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308. 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, 1990 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Prelude | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Prelude | 1308 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
