2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 2001 Nissan Pickup is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 533 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Pickup 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 2001 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2001 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Pickup | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Pickup | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
