1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1979 Simca 1100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1100 (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Simca 1100 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Nissan | Simca |
Model | 211 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |