1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 474 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 Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke 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 Juke | |
Make | Simca | Nissan |
Model | 1000 | Juke |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |