1965 Nissan President vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1977 Simca 1307 is newer by 12 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 42 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 555 kg more than 1977 Simca 1307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (105 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan President | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | President | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
