2003 Honda Life vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Simca 1100 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Life | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Life | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
