1996 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 380 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Simca 1300 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 1964 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
