2005 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 220 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, 2005 Honda Civic (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
