1949 Simca 8 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 460 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Simca 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1949 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1949 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Simca 8 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
