1978 Simca 1100 vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1100 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1100 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
