1975 Simca 1301 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1301 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
