2009 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 805 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
