1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 941 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Simca 1301 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Simca | Nissan |
Model | 1301 | Quest |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3000 mm |