1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 205 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Stanza | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
