2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 870 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 X-Trail (300 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | X-Trail | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |
