2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 650 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Pathfinder | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
