1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 39 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 408 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
