2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 44 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 695 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (270 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Primera | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 36 L |
