1965 Simca 1300 vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Simca 1300 | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Simca | Infiniti |
| Model | 1300 | G25 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
