2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1261 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Patrol | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
