1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1500 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Stanza | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
