1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cedric is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Cedric | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |
