2000 Nissan Maxima vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2000 Nissan Maxima is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 405 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. 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 Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Maxima | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Maxima | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
