2004 Honda Civic vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1949 Simca 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Simca 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1949 Simca 8 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Civic | 8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |