1972 Simca 1100 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1100 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1100 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
