2005 Honda Lagreat vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 2005 Honda Lagreat is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1975 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 Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Lagreat | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Lagreat | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
