1992 Lamborghini LM vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini LM is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,701 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini LM | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Simca |
| Model | LM | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5701 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
