2008 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 450 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Accord | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| 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 | 178 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
