1996 Honda Today vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1100 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1972 Simca 1100 (100 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Today | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
