1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 5 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1100 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1983 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Sunny | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
