1996 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
