1994 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 395 kg more than 1961 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, 1994 Honda Civic (140 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
