1979 Simca 1100 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 728 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1100 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
