2000 Nissan Almera vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Almera | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2230 mm |
