2007 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,337 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |
