1973 Simca 1100 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Subaru Leone is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1100 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1100 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
