1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 236 kg more than 1974 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1301 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
