1971 Vauxhall Firenza vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 905 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Lexus |
| Model | Firenza | RX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
