2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1660 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Patrol | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 36 L |
