2005 Nissan Pickup vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 945 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pickup | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Pickup | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2230 mm |
