2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1981 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1981 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Titan | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 47 L |
