2000 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 2000 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Prelude weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Prelude | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Prelude | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 880 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
