1971 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 1999 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1999 Nissan Pickup is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Matra-Simca M530 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 510 kg more than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. 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, 1999 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Matra-Simca M530 | 1999 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Nissan |
| Model | M530 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2960 mm |
