1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Simca 1301 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Simca | Nissan |
Model | 1301 | NP300 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |