2001 Honda Fit vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 20 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 78 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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Fit | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
