1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1308 would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena 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 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308, 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Serena | 1308 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
