1982 Simca 1100 vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1982 Simca 1100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Simca 1100 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL.
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, 1979 Subaru DL (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Simca 1100 | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1100 | DL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
