1965 Simca 1000 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 765 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. 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 1965 Simca 1000. 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 (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Simca 1000 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Simca | Subaru |
Model | 1000 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 64 L |