1975 Simca 1100 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1100 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1100 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
