1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Patrol | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2230 mm |
