2002 Lexus LX vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2002 Lexus LX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 1426 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lexus | Simca |
| Model | LX | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
