1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 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 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Patrol | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
