1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 39 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 638 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1301 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2741 mm |
