2000 Honda City vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda City weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda City | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | City | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
