1950 Simca 8 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 365 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Simca 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Simca 8 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
