2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1969 Simca 1200S

To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S 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 232 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S.

Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Simca 1200S. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1969 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1969 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Titan 1969 Simca 1200S
Make Nissan Simca
Model Titan 1200S
Year Released 2009 1969
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5551 cc 1203 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2240 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 53 L


 

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