2000 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 330 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
