1963 Simca 1000 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 730 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca 1000 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 943 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
