1986 Nissan Silvia vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1986 Nissan Silvia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Silvia | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Silvia | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
