1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 629 kg more than 1959 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Simca 1301 | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Simca | Subaru |
Model | 1301 | 360 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1780 mm |