1955 Nissan Sports vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1964 Simca 1300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Simca 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Simca 1300 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Simca 1300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca 1300 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1955 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, 1964 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Sports | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2530 mm |
