2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 605 kg more than 1979 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 Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1979 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1979 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Shuttle | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Shuttle | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
