2006 Honda Accord vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 121 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
