1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 630 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
