1957 Simca Plein Ceil vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1957 Simca Plein Ceil has manual transmission. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Simca Plein Ceil | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Simca | Nissan |
Model | Plein Ceil | Frontier |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |