1999 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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 1,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
