1990 Nissan Presea vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1990 Nissan Presea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Presea (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Presea weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Presea | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Presea | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
