1952 Nissan Sports vs. 1977 Simca 1309
To start off, 1977 Simca 1309 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1309 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1309 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Simca 1309 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Nissan Sports | 1977 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Sports | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1592 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2610 mm |
