1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, both 1971 Nissan Cedric and 1971 Simca 1301 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 280 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Cedric | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Nissan | Simca |
Model | Cedric | 1301 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |