1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 370 kg more than 1974 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Laurel | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Laurel | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
