2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 604 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (100 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Quest | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
