1998 Nissan President vs. 1982 Simca 1100
To start off, 1998 Nissan President is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Simca 1100 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 223 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1982 Simca 1100. 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, 1982 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan President | 1982 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | President | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
