1972 Nissan Cedric vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, both 1972 Nissan Cedric and 1972 Simca 1000 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 545 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cedric | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Nissan | Simca |
Model | Cedric | 1000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |