2002 Lotus Exige vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Exige | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | Exige | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |
