1999 Honda Life vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Simca 1100 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Honda Life.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Simca 1100 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Life | 1100 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |