1983 Nissan Laurel vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1983 Nissan Laurel is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 215 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. 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, 1983 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Laurel | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Nissan | Simca |
Model | Laurel | 1200S |
Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |