2006 Honda Element vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1100 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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 Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Element | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
