1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 354 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Prelude | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
