1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Simca 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Simca 1300 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Simca 1300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Cherry | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
