1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 551 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1301 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
