2002 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
