2009 Honda Fit vs. 1971 Simca 1100
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 511 kg more than 1971 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 Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1971 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Fit | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
