1994 Honda Today vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1100 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Honda Today.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Simca 1100 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Today | 1100 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |