2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1353 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (514 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Titan | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 53 L |
