1965 Nissan President vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 591 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan President | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | President | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
