1970 Simca 1301 vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2001 Subaru WX 01 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru WX 01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru WX 01 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru WX 01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1301 | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1301 | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
