1996 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Accord | 1301 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |