1989 Lexus LS vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1989 Lexus LS is newer by 27 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 1086 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, 1989 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lexus LS | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lexus | Simca |
| Model | LS | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 36 L |
