2007 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1968 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
