1970 Simca 1301 vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Nissan Silvia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1301 | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1301 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
