1980 Simca 1100 vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 492 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Simca 1100 | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
