1987 Nissan Patrol vs. 1944 Simca 5
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1944 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1512 kg more than 1944 Simca 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Simca 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Patrol | 1944 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Patrol | 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2010 mm |
