1997 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Civic weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
