2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1308 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308. 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 (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Patrol | 1308 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
