1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 15 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 320 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Laurel | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Nissan | Simca |
Model | Laurel | 1000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |