1998 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 553 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1972 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1972 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
