1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 275 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1301 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
