1999 Honda Prelude vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 330 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Prelude | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Prelude | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
