2006 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 195 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.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Simca 1100. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
