1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 38 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), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 441 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1301 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| 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 | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2624 mm |
