1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 544 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1301 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
