2005 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
