1969 Simca 1501 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1969 Simca 1501. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1501 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1501 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
