2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1516 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Xterra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
