1992 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Civic weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Honda Civic (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
