2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Armada | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Armada | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2230 mm |
