1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Simca 1200S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Pintara | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Pintara | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2240 mm |
