1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1991 Subaru XT
To start off, 1991 Subaru XT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru XT weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Subaru XT (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1991 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 | XT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
