2007 Honda Accord vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 422 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Simca 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
