1971 Simca 1301 vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1989 Subaru XT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru XT weights approximately 154 kg more than 1971 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, 1989 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1301 | XT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
