1998 Nissan President vs. 1978 Simca 1307
To start off, 1998 Nissan President is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1307 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 850 kg more than 1978 Simca 1307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan President 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 1998 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1307, 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1307. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1307. 1998 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1978 Simca 1307 has manual transmission. 1978 Simca 1307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan President | 1978 Simca 1307 | |
Make | Nissan | Simca |
Model | President | 1307 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |