2005 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Civic | 1100 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |