2004 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
