1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1978 Nissan Skyline is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 320 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Skyline (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Skyline | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
