2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Titan | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 36 L |
