1974 Nissan Laurel vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1976 Simca 1100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Laurel | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Laurel | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
