1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 992 kg more than 1975 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Patrol | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
