1968 Simca 1301 vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1993 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 365 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301. 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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Simca 1301 | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1301 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1475 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |