1975 Nissan Laurel vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1975 Nissan Laurel is newer by 3 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 300 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, 1975 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Laurel | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Laurel | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
