1966 Simca 1200S vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1980 Subaru Leone is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1200S weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Simca 1200S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1200S | Leone |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
