2002 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
