1968 Simca 1200S vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 385 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Subaru Legacy (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1200S | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1200S | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
