1995 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 453 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Simca 1200S 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 1969 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
