1951 Simca Aronde vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 410 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde. 2004 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1951 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1951 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Simca Aronde | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | Aronde | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 64 L |
