1992 Honda Concerto vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Honda Concerto (119 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 1992 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Concerto | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
