1970 Simca 1301 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 36 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 496 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1301 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1301 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
