2005 Honda Insight vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight.
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 Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Insight | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Insight | 1100 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |