1997 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 355 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Accord | 1501 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |