1975 Simca 1100 vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1905 kg more than 1975 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1100 | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 98 L |
