1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 505 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Simca 1000 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 1966 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Prelude | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |
