1996 Honda Today vs. 1979 Simca 1100

To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1100 (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 210 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 1979 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, 1979 Simca 1100 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 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 1979 Simca 1100
Make Honda Simca
Model Today 1100
Year Released 1996 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1442 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1590 mm


 

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