2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 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 (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 579 kg more than 1967 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000. 2009 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1967 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1967 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Xterra | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Nissan | Simca |
Model | Xterra | 1000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 750 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 | 29 L |