1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3200 mm |
