1993 Nissan Serena vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 680 kg more than 1966 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, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Serena | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
