1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 40 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 917 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2779 mm |
