2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1542 kg more than 1962 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Armada | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 36 L |
