1998 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 395 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Civic | 1000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |