2002 Nissan Laurel vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Nissan Laurel is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 660 kg more than 1961 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, 2002 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Laurel | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Laurel | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
