1967 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Livina is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Livina weights approximately 579 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1000 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 1967 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Livina, 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, 2010 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1000 | 2010 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Livina |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 52 L |
