2000 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 85 kg more than 1975 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Honda Civic (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
