2004 Honda Fit vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Fit | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
