1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 473 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. 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, 1981 Simca 1100, 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 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Serena | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
