1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP) has 513 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 658 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Simca | Lexus |
| Model | 1000 | LFA |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 552 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 73 L |
