1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
