1979 Simca 1100 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1436 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
