1961 Simca 1000 vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 275 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1995 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca 1000 | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
