1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 1971 Simca 1100
To start off, 1985 Nissan Patrol is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Patrol (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1971 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol 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, 1985 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Patrol | 1971 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Patrol | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
